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With Aaron Donald undecided about returning, the Rams are planning for a final 53-man roster both with and without him, emphasizing fluidity and a day-by-day approach as the season opens in about two weeks.
Erica Donald lightheartedly punctured ongoing Rams return chatter by reposting a Carmelo Anthony meme about Aaron Donald's potential comeback, as Donald continues workouts and is listed as a 'tryout' on the NFL transaction wire; Rams coach Sean McVay says the process is ongoing with no set deadline, with the team gearing up for preseason drills and joint practices amid mounting speculation.
Erica Donald reposted a Carmelo Anthony meme poking fun at Aaron Donald potentially returning to the Rams amid ongoing rumors, as ESPN’s Adam Schefter noted Donald reportedly worked out with the Rams for the second time and coach Sean McVay said there’s no deadline on his decision; the Rams are still viewed as Super Bowl favorites, and adding Donald would boost their title chances.
Aaron Donald had a second workout with the Rams, but insiders say there’s no timetable for a return and no firm decision yet; the team isn’t waiting on him to shape roster moves, and coach Sean McVay won’t rush invisible deadlines—if he returns, it would be a welcome boost to a strong defense.
Aaron Donald staged a second official workout with the Rams, intensifying speculation about a return from retirement. ESPN’s Schefter confirmed the development after his first workout earlier in camp, with the Rams eyeing a potentially dominant defense alongside Myles Garrett. With 25 days until the Week 1 matchup against the 49ers in Melbourne, coach Sean McVay says there’s no artificial deadline, leaving the decision to Donald’s personal timeline while keeping fans intrigued.
Aaron Donald returned to the Rams’ facility for a second workout as he weighs a potential NFL comeback, with coach Sean McVay saying the team won’t rush him and no decision has been made yet.
Rams coach Sean McVay said Aaron Donald’s return to the field isn’t decided yet, with Donald testing whether he can meet personal benchmarks after being away since 2023; the team remains hopeful for a comeback but won’t rush a decision.
Aaron Donald has not announced whether he will return from retirement to play for the Rams, with timing continuing to shift as he weighs whether he can recapture peak form after workouts. If he comes back, the Rams would ramp him up gradually, in a plan similar to prior holdouts, with an eye toward Week 1 (against the 49ers in Australia) and a potential reinstatement deadline later in the season. He has one year left on a $30 million post-Super Bowl contract, and terms must be negotiated; the decision could extend into late-season reinstatement, but no final word has been given.
Aaron Donald’s decision on returning to football after two years of retirement has shifted from early this week to the end of the week. The Rams plan a gradual ramp-up and, if he returns, could have him working into Week 1 against the 49ers in Australia, with 30–40 snaps planned after a period of practice to gauge his movement and readiness.
Aaron Donald is pursuing a potential NFL comeback, flying his longtime Pittsburgh speed trainer to Los Angeles to train at the Rams' facility and ramp up football-specific drills, with a decision on a Week 1 return reportedly looming and could see him playing 30-40 snaps if he returns.
Aaron Donald is weighing a potential NFL return, with a decision expected in the coming days; if he comes back, the Rams would ease him back into football activities and possibly have him on the field for 30-40 snaps in Week 1 against the 49ers in Australia.
The Rams staged a formal-but-joking 'tryout' for Aaron Donald before practice, with Sean McVay quipping it could let the future Hall of Famer make the team; the league logged the event for compliance since Donald used team gear, and Donald appears to be trending toward a return for the season.
Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula said he would be excited about Aaron Donald’s potential return, praising Donald’s talent and impact, while emphasizing the team would proceed with its current players if he doesn’t come back.
The Rams hosted Aaron Donald for an official workout (helmet) to gauge his football readiness; while not a formal signing, the session indicates Donald could be weighing a return to the Rams this season as he stays in football shape, per Pro Football Talk.
Retired since March 2024, Aaron Donald had a workout at the Rams’ facility that Sean McVay called the best tryout ever, adding that he thinks Donald could make the team and fueling speculation about a possible return as training camp unfolds.